Pussy willow (Salix discolor)


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Type

deciduous tree icon

Deciduous

Status

species native to Canada

Native

Edible fruit/nut tree?

NO

Names

Latin (scientific) name: Salix discolor

Common English name: Pussy willow

Other names:

French name: Saule discolore

Habitat

Found along shorelines and in wet meadows and swamps.

Other notes

The pussy willow’s twigs are commonly used in floral decorations.

Hardiness zone(s)

1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

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